have you read it yet???

50 shades...the tawdry trilogy of innocent Ana and tortured soul Christian Grey. Our generation's very own Story of O...love it or hate it this book is on fire. Topping the New York times best seller list, selling out at Barnes and Noble as well as E.L. James making the rounds on the news (20/20 this Friday), you have to have been under a rock to have never heard of this.

But really the best part is the title- how timely...do you think E.L James is at all away of how hot grey is in the world of interiors right now? And since there are so very very many shades of grey, there is one for every style and room!

So taking a que from the book, why not start in the bedroom:

mixing patterns and textures all within the grey family work beautifully in this Jonathan Adler bedroom 

This striped headboard adds various shades of grey as well as adding some height and interest 

Dwell Studio knows grey and this peacock duvet is on my wish list!

But Ana and Christian don't keep the "shades of grey" in the bedroom and neither should you:

Just like Christian, this grey room comes alive with a feminine touch of pink 

Grey can be soft and relaxed...

or edgy and modern. Bold colors pop off of grey walls

Grey cabinets are appearing everywhere these days

Need some wall guidance?

Benjamin Moore has loads of options!

ever flawless Farrow & Ball has a refined palette of perfect picks 

And if you are too timid to go grey on the walls... there are accessories galore!

and if you need a comfy chair to curl up in and read... 

Aiden Gray makes a wonderful addition to any home

April showers bring what???

If you are at all like me, your sinuses are begging for some April showers to wash away the pollen. While most people are beginning to focus on the exterior of their homes, why not buck the trend and over haul the bathroom for some stunning April showers of your own???

Need a little inspiration? go look at your shower...I'll wait....now see what else is out there:

Waterworks' Amelie Thermostatic Control Valve Trim with Cross Handles would look stunning in any bathroom

Industrial chic your style? You can't miss with the Henry  a gorgeous nod to traditional with classic styling and unlaquered brass

Want sleeker? try the Boulevard Thermostatic with Shutoff Trim

Nothing is more luxurious than the rain shower! This gorgeous Etoile Ceiling mount is quite the statement with its subtle curves and details
 

Don't want to rip out your current plumbing? Try the Henry Gooseneck for the same effect

And don't forget the impact of some new tile:

Ann Sacks' Jasper is so soothing- I could let all my troubles float away in a bathroom featuring this!

Marilyn is a stunning combination of quartz, agate, amber and tiger's eye

Hex Circle adds a modern pop with tanzanite and chrysoberyl in soothing Mediterranean colors 

April Showers brings May flowers with Blossom in a calming mix of blues and greens

hopping down the bunny trail....

Yay hooray, today is my Friday! So ready for a weekend of forced family fun and Easter goodness.

Going to be a house guest this weekend? take some festive spring  colored  macarons to your host
guaranteed to be a hit!

Set your table with a nod to the fluffy bunny by using carrots and lettuce leaves in your floral arrangements

Why skimp on the current trends? Color-blocking is all the rage in fashion but it works for eggs too!

A very sophisticated take on Easter cupcakes! i love the spun sugar nests...however I opted to order Georgetown Cupcakes' Easter cupcakes because I'm lazy

Easter doesn't have to be all pastels...Go bold- be patient and let those eggs sit in the dye to get a bright bold coloring

Abstract eggs...a step up from the old white crayon trick- use rubber cement  to achieve this cool effect

Got some fabric scraps? use them to cover  cans to make a festive tablescape!

Here's hopping the fluffy bunny finds your basket!

I'm no April fool...

Well actually I am, my sister got me pretty good with some foolishness about her husband being arrested. But nope, this isn't an April fools prank, I'm actually getting back to writing...

Follow Boden's advice and add a pop of red

Heat things up in the kitchen with a Cayenne stove

Use Cayenne for pops of color in the bedroom

Don't be afraid to dress up with some fiery lipstick

Or add a fun pop of color to your living room with Society Social's  The Hostess bar cart

So here's hoping that April showers bring a flood of ideas!